Discovery tour: Le Salève

Above the plain of the Genevois, an impressive view of Geneva harbour and its Jet d'Eau. The Jura in front of you.

At the summit of Mount Salève, the Observatoire offers you a traditional, simple but generous cuisine. Relax over a cup of real hot chocolate, just like you can at grandma'sAt the summit of Mount Salève and twenty minutes' walk from the cable car station, you will find what you need to quench your thirst and satisfy your hunger. In the sunshine or curled up on a sofa, you are guaranteed a relaxing time. And especially look out over the 360-degree view of our beautiful region.... Not to be missed!

Located on Mont Salève in Haute-Savoie, near Geneva, the Shedrub Choekhor Ling Buddhist monastery opened its doors in September 2010 and was inaugurated by the XIVth Dalai Lama on August 12, 2011. Open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday.The name given to it means ‘The Garden of the Wheel of the Dharma for Teaching and Practice’.

Le Grand Piton is the highest point of Le Salève offering a view mainly focused on the Genevois region and Jura.The tower was built between 1820 and 1830 by Claude-François Bastian, a wealthy notary and mayor of Frangy. Prior to the construction of this tower, this small plateau on the edge of the cliff, which features some of the Salève's finest lapiaz, was home to a 14th-century lookout post. At the foot of the tower to the north-east, you can enjoy finding a cartouche engraved on the limestone with the names of Lord Byron and Lamartine. Also on this site is Rocher de la Sorcière, a large limestone boulder popular with climbers, whose shape evokes a stern-looking old woman.

France's 8th largest theme park, the Grand Parc d'Andilly welcomes you with its four universes that punctuate the year.Discover the different worlds of the Grand Parc d'Andilly, designed and run by the Petit Pays association. - Les Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly, a 5-day festival in the heart of the Middle Ages in spring. - The Grand Parc d'Andilly in summer - Le Hameau du Père Noël open from spring to early winter. -Le Grand Parc in winter

All year round, discover the home of Santa Claus and his elves, Mother Christmas and the Attic with its sandman. A marvellous world offering a variety of activities depending on the season, but always at the heart of the magic of Christmas.It's in the Savoy region of France that Santa Claus has made his home, and opens the doors of his dwelling to you. You'll plunge into his daily life as you visit his workshop, his kitchen, his bedroom... all places that have been kept secret until now, and which will be revealed before your very eyes... A little further on, push open the door of the Maison des Mères Noël to discover their very feminine world. They'll then invite you to come and listen to one of their wonderful stories by the fire in the storytelling house in the garden. Finally, the Marchand de Sable, guardian of the splendid attic, will encourage children who are old enough to give up their pacifier forever by placing it on the giant luminous Christmas tree. To prolong the magic a little longer, the crêperie and souvenir store await you. Open at different times of the year, don't hesitate to check the opening times and seasonal activities. Santa Claus, Mothers Claus and the Sandman will be there every time you visit, to meet you and tell you their many anecdotes.

The Maison du Salève is a lively, friendly place where you can discover the history and heritage of the Salève massif through exhibitions, workshops, guided tours, discovery trails, conferences and even anniversaries.Located in the countryside at Présilly, Maison du Salève offers unusual activities connected to its exhibitions, including guided tours, workshops, lectures and nature trails. Walks suitable for people of all ages start from the Maison, including the ‘In the footsteps of the Carthusians’ discovery trail, the pilgrim route to Santiago da Compostela, and the Chemin des Convers, which takes you to summit of the Salève. The Maison du Salève’s eco-boutique features local artisans, food producers and writers.